Samsung unveils tiny robot Ballie that follows users around and acts as their personal AI assistant

Samsung have unveiled a tiny robot assistant in the shape of a ball, which can roll around and help patrol a users home - and even act as a fitness buddy. The tech giant unveiled'Ballie' during one of two keynotes at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Samsung consumer electronics CEO H.S. Kim demonstrated how the ball-shaped bot is able to follow its owner around, traveling closely but also recognizing personal space and speed. Samsung's'Ballie' was revealed during one of two keynotes at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas Samsung consumer electronics CEO H.S. Kim demonstrated how the ball-shaped bot works When Kim stepped forward, Ballie reacted by wheeling itself further back; when Kim began to increase his pace, Ballie sped up. 'I think he likes me,' Kim said turning to the crowd.